The state of Illinois, Waukegan and Lake County, IL takes domestic violence very seriously. Lake County Family and Lake County circuit courts issue orders of protection, also known as restraining orders, when people believe they are at risk of experiencing domestic or non-domestic violence. It is up to the person who is the subject of the restraining order in Lake County Illinois and surrounding areas to contest it. At The Law Offices of Jason R. Mercure, located in Waukegan, IL, we help people contest and defend orders of protection.

Restraining Orders in Lake County, Illinois. Order of Protection Lawyer

There are several types of orders of protection in Lake County, IL. A full order of protection (FOP) requires the subject of the FOP to stay away from the complainant altogether. These orders are also known as “stay-away” orders. This can be especially difficult, preventing the subject from seeing his or her children or even entering the home to retrieve clothing and personal possessions. Limited orders of protection in Lake County, IL allow contact, but prohibit intimidation, harassment or threatening behavior. If the order is violated, the subject of the order can face contempt charges in criminal court. Temporary orders of protection in Lake County, Illinois (TOP) are intended to protect people during criminal cases, usually from one court date at the Lake County Illinois Courthouse to the next. We have the experience, knowledge and compassion to provide our clients with high-quality representation in any matter related to orders of protection in Lake County, Illinois and surrounding areas.

Contact a Lake County Restraining Order of Protection Attorney at: 847.336.4440

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